Another uncapped player, batsman Saad Ali, was included after he scored 144 runs for Pakistan A against New Zealand A in the United Arab Emirates.

The selectors rested two key players, opening batsman Fakhar Zaman and legspinner Shadab Khan. Chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq said in a statement they were to undergo training at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore.

Opening batsman Imam-ul-Haq, who was struck on the helmet and retired hurt during the second ODI against New Zealand on Friday, will likely open the innings with Azhar Ali, with Mohammad Hafeez another option.

Fast bowler Mohammad Amir was once against ignored after the left-arm paceman failed to again win back the confidence of the selectors since the Asia Cup. He has missed the home series against Australia and New Zealand.